VehicleVerdict

Gillig Phantom years to avoid

Across 1984–2009, no single Phantom year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1996 drew the most complaints; 2009 the fewest.

1

Total complaints

22

Recall campaigns

1984–2009

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every Phantom year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200902
200802
200705
200604
200503
200406
200306
200204
200105
200004
199905
199806
199703
199611
199501
199402
199302
199202
199102
199002
198902
198801
198702
198601
198500
198401

Common questions

What is the best year for the Gillig Phantom?

By complaint volume, 2009 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Phantom years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Gillig Phantom have?

Across all model years, the Phantom has 22 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.